Reference Number: 14323
Location:
Tamworth, GB, B78 1SE
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Date: 10 Aug 2026
Company: LKQ Euro Car Parts
Job Overview
Are you a part-qualified finance professional looking for a role that offers genuine variety, commercial exposure, and the opportunity to develop your accounting career?
We’re looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Financial Accounting team, supporting the delivery of accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, forecasting, and supplier rebate accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys analysing data, improving processes, and working closely with stakeholders across the business.
You’ll play a key role in month-end reporting, inventory and provision accounting, rebate management, and financial control, while gaining exposure to senior finance stakeholders and wider commercial teams.
What we offer
Competitive Salary – We regularly review our salaries to keep your earnings competitive.
Enhanced Annual Leave – Enjoy a great work-life balance with plenty of time off to recharge.
Exciting Career Growth – Unlock personal development and career opportunities across the UK & Europe.
Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with our contributory pension scheme.
Life Assurance for Peace of Mind – Providing financial security for you and your loved ones.
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme – Confidential support for you and your family, whenever you need it.
Exclusive Gym Discounts – Stay fit and healthy with reduced memberships at top health clubs.
Comprehensive Healthcare Perks – Access an online GP, a hospital plan, and other wellness benefits.
Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money while staying active with tax-free bike purchases.
Retail & Staff Discounts – Enjoy exclusive savings on popular brands and products.
Key Responsibilities
As Finance Analyst, you’ll work closely with the Financial Accounting Manager and partner with teams across Commercial, Supply Chain, Marketing, Procurement, and Accounts Payable.
Your responsibilities will include:
Financial reporting & month-end
Supporting the month-end close process
Producing monthly management reporting and variance analysis
Analysing actual performance against budget, forecast, and prior year
Preparing commentary on key financial movements
Assisting with balance sheet reviews and financial reporting activities
Inventory & provision accounting
Calculating monthly provisions for aged returns and credits
Maintaining excess and obsolete stock provisions
Investigating inventory movements and accounting adjustments
Supporting warehouse accounting and stock reconciliation activities
Assisting with auction, disposal, and inventory-related financial analysis
Rebate accounting & supplier recoveries
Preparing monthly rebate accruals and supplier recovery calculations
Maintaining rebate schedules and supporting documentation
Investigating rebate shortfalls and supplier discrepancies
Reviewing supplier credits and ensuring accurate accounting treatment
Partnering with procurement and operational teams to resolve issues
Forecasting & financial planning
Supporting forecast and budget preparation
Preparing financial models and analysis
Assisting with risk and opportunity reporting
Contributing to management presentations and planning activities
Financial control & continuous improvement
Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
Supporting SOX and internal control compliance
Investigating accounting anomalies
Identifying opportunities to improve finance processes and reporting
Supporting automation and finance transformation initiatives
Skills and Experience
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and a proactive approach.
Essential
Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA
Experience in financial accounting, management accounting, or commercial finance
Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and data analysis
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Desirable
Inventory accounting experience
Rebate accounting experience
SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics experience
SOX controls and balance sheet reconciliation knowledge
Power Query, Power BI, or other reporting tool experience
Why Work for LKQ
Study support to help you complete your professional qualification
Exposure to commercial finance, operations, and senior stakeholders
Opportunities to contribute to process improvement and finance transformation
A collaborative and supportive finance team environment
Excellent career development opportunities
If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your technical accounting skills while gaining valuable commercial finance experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to take the next step in your finance career.
